3 Bucs named to AP All-Pro team for 2016 NFL season

After a solid 2016 campaign which resulted in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers first winning season since 2010, wide receiver Mike Evans, defensive tackle Gerald McCoy and linebacker Lavonte David have been selected to the Associated Press’ All-Pro team for their performances this season.

Evans, who finished the season as Jameis Winston’s No. 1 receiver, wrapped up the season with 96 catches for 1,321 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns. His 12 TD’s were tied for second-most in the NFL and were also tied for the Bucs single season record – one that he set as a rookie in 2014. Following his star-studded breakout performance, Evans also earned his very first Pro Bowl selection.

Veteran defensive tackle Gerald McCoy finished the year with sevan sacks, which is the fifth-most among defensive tackles. He also racked up 34 tackles and earned his fifth Pro Bowl selection. Meanwhile, Lavonte David tied for the NFL lead in tackles for loss with 17, five sacks, an interception returned for a touchdown and four forced fumbles.

All three players made the AP’s second All-Pro team for the 2016 season.

Last year, Tampa Bay’s lead running back Doug Martin was the only player selected to an All-Pro team, getting a first-team selection after finishing second in the NFL in rushing yards.

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